Together for Miles
2025-02-01 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
Together for Miles is a celebration of the beautiful life of Miles McMahon who wandered and drowned last year. It will be held on on Saturday, February 1st from Noon-3pm at the Recency Furniture Stadium, Legends Club (indoors) in Waldorf, MD.

Miles’ family and the community have come together through this event to raise awareness about Autism, wandering, elopement and safety, as well as to share resources that support families.

The Autism Society of Maryland will be on hand along with other groups to share remarks and resources. There will be guest speakers, a community fellowship, resource tables, activities for children and light refreshments.

The event is open to the public.

2025 Resource and Transition Fair - Carroll County Public Schools
2025-03-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Winters Mill High School, 560 Gorsuch Road, Westminster, MD, United States
Family Support and Secondary Transition Program to Present Resource and Transition Fair

Carroll County Public Schools Family Support and Secondary Transition will present the 2025 Resource and Transition Fair on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Winters Mill High School, located at 560 Gorsuch Road, Westminster. This event is designed for families with children from birth through age 21 and is supported by the Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Council (SECAC).
The fair will feature presentations on many topics, including:

Social/Emotional/Self-Regulation
CTE and Apprenticeships
DORS Services for Transitioning Youth
Self-Directed vs. Traditional Services
Transitioning to DDA Services
Circle of Caring for Preschoolers.

Click here to view session descriptions.
In addition, there also will be over 30 exhibitors including the Division of Rehabilitation Services, Parent’s Place of Maryland, Behind Behaviors Consulting, Caring Communities, A Mother’s Rest, Maryland ABLE Network, and The Skill Tree.
Food will be available for purchase from food trucks. To register for the Fair and to select presentations, please go to https://bit.ly/42ybkdQ. For more information, email BThru21FamilySupport@carrollk12.org.

Feria de Recursos y Transición 2025 - Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Carroll
2025-03-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Winters Mill High School, 560 Gorsuch Road, Westminster, MD, United States
El Programa de Apoyo Familiar y Transición a la Secundaria presentará la Feria de Recursos y Transición
El Programa de Apoyo Familiar y Transición a la Secundaria de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Carroll presentará la Feria de Recursos y Transición 2025 el jueves 27 de marzo de 2025, de 17:00 a 20:00 h, en la Escuela Secundaria Winters Mill, ubicada en 560 Gorsuch Road, Westminster. Este evento está diseñado para familias con hijos desde el nacimiento hasta los 21 años y cuenta con el apoyo del Consejo Asesor Ciudadano de Educación Especial (SECAC).
La feria incluirá presentaciones sobre diversos temas, entre ellos:

Educación Social/Emocional/Autorregulación
CTE y Aprendizajes
Servicios DORS para Jóvenes en Transición
Servicios Autodirigidos vs. Servicios Tradicionales Transición
a los Servicios de la DDA
Círculo de Cuidado para Preescolares

Haga clic aquí para ver las descripciones de las sesiones.
Además, habrá más de 30 expositores, entre ellos la División de Servicios de Rehabilitación, Parent’s Place of Maryland, Behind Behaviors Consulting, Caring Communities, A Mother’s Rest, Maryland ABLE Network y The Skill Tree.
Se podrá comprar comida en los food trucks. Para inscribirse en la Feria y seleccionar las presentaciones, visite https://bit.ly/42ybkdQ. Para más información, escriba a BThru21FamilySupport@carrollk12.org.

Family Resource Event & Storytime
2025-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Discoveries – The Library at the Annapolis Mall, 2250 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join us Saturday, April 5th at Discoveries, the Library at the Annapolis Mall! We will have representative at the Community Pantry from 10am – 2pm. Then stick around and join us for Storytime from 1pm – 2pm! This exciting event will focus on the joys of being yourself, no matter who you are! Following the storytime, representatives from The Autism Society of Maryland will offer resources to families and be available to answer questions.
Discoveries: The Library at the Mall
2250 Annapolis Mall
Annapolis, MD
410-222-0133

Respite Resource & Health Fair - Moco
2025-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20855, United States
You’re Invited to The Arc Montgomery County’s Respite Resource & Health Fair!
Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 10 am–2 pm
Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Cost: FREE!
INFO: Visit the website here – https://thearcmontgomerycounty.org/what-we-do/respite/respite-resource-fair.html

DOWNLOAD THE FLYERS HERE – ENGLISH SPANISH CHINESE
Looking for resources to make life easier, healthier, and more connected? Join us for a fun and engaging day where people with disabilities, seniors, caregivers, and families can explore a world of support!
What to Expect:

Free health screenings
Interactive workshops
Respite care options
Connections to local services
Giveaways and more!

This event is designed just for you—whether you’re a person with disabilities, a family member, a Direct Support Professional, or someone who simply wants to learn more about community resources. Come find what you need and meet people who care!
Have questions? Email Julia.Abate@TheArcMoCo.org
Don’t miss out—mark your calendar and bring a friend (or two)! See you there!

Rally on Capital Hill to Save Medicaid
2025-04-09 10:00 - 13:00 | MD
Medicaid is a LIFELINE—and it’s UNDER THREAT.

Join us Wednesday, April 9 at 10:00 AM on Capitol Hill to say NO to cuts that would devastate critical disability services. Matthew Plantz, AUSOM Board Member and passionate self-advocate will be taking the mic to represent Maryland and AUSOM and share why Medicaid must be protected—you won’t want to miss it!

Where: Capitol Grounds Area 11 (right across from the Cannon House Office Building)
Who’s Speaking? Self-advocates, members of Congress—and Matthew Plantz!
Light rain? Bring an umbrella—we’ll be there no matter what. RSVP and we’ll keep you updated on any weather changes.

Whether you’re attending the Disability Policy Seminar or not, this rally is for YOU. This is our moment to stand together and fight for the services millions of people with disabilities rely on.

We need you there. We need your voice.
👉 RSVP NOW! https://action.thearc.org/Wb2lMcO?p2asource=email-2025-0403
Map of Capital Grounds – https://disabilitypolicyseminar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/U.S.-Capitol-Grounds-Demonstration-Area-Map-1024×683.png

#SaveMedicaid #DisabilityRights #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #HillDay2025 #AUSOMStrong

Disability Pride Outside - 35th Anniversary of the ADA
2025-07-26 09:30 - 13:00 | Black Hill Discovery Center, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive, Clarksburg, MD, 20841, United States
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with Montgomery Parks and AUSOM
Join Montgomery Parks, the Autism Society of Maryland, and other community partners for a family-friendly celebration of Disability Pride Month and the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This inclusive event is open to all and will feature a variety of adaptive outdoor activities at Black Hill Regional Park.
Event Details:

Kayaking (ticketed – please register for only one timeslot)

Pontoon boat tours (ticketed – please register for only one timeslot)

Fishing (ticketed – please register for only one timeslot)

Adaptive mountain biking demonstrations

Birding

Self-guided hiking

Picnicking

Black Hill Discovery Center

To ensure accessibility, free kayak equipment and pontoon boat spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis for individuals with disabilities. Additional boat rentals will be available through Black Hill Boats.
Accessibility features include:

Wheelchair-accessible shuttle cart

Accessible parking

Sign language interpretation

Sensory retreat tents

Onsite support staff and volunteers

Please note: The event takes place near a body of water. If someone in your group is prone to wandering or elopement, close supervision is strongly encouraged.
Registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disability-pride-outside-tickets-1357357114669?aff=oddtdtcreator
Advanced registration is required.For ADA accommodations, contact programaccess@montgomeryparks.org or call 301-495-2581.
We hope to see you there for a meaningful and inclusive celebration!

Conozca a nuestra Coordinadora de Recursos en español de AUSOM
2025-10-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 14:00 | MD
Conozca a nuestra Coordinadora de Recursos en español de AUSOM: Catalina Ramos
Este programa será el 2do. martes
de cada mes, 10AM-2PM
catalina.ramos@autismsocietymd.org
443-518-7681 (Directo); 443-620-8441 (Textos)
El Centro de Multiservicios
9900 Washington Blvd
N. Laurel, MD 20723
This program will be the 2nd. Tuesday of each month, 10AM-2PM
The Multiservice Center 9900 Washington Blvd N. Laurel, MD 20723

Conozca a nuestra Coordinadora de Recursos en español de AUSOM
2026-04-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 14:00 | The Multiservice Center, 9900 Washington Blvd, Laurel, MD, United States

Inclusion Havdalah Experience
2026-04-19 16:00 - 17:15 | Chabad Lubavitch Center for Jewish Life, 770 Howes Lane, Columbia, MD, United States
As part of Chabad Ellicott City’s Inclusion Initiative, this special program is designed to create meaningful, accessible Jewish experiences for individuals of all abilities and their families.
Join us for a warm, welcoming, and meaningful afternoon as we explore the beauty and traditions of Havdalah—bringing light, music, and community into the new week.
🕓 Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 4:00–5:15 PM
📍 Chabad Lubavitch Center for Jewish Life
770 Howes Lane, Columbia, MD 21044
🍪 Desserts & light refreshments will be served
✨ Havdalah Experience (All Ages Welcome)
A joyful and inclusive experience for children, teens, and adults:
Learn about the meaning and traditions of Havdalah

Create your own Havdalah candle craft
Enjoy a lively musical Havdalah with Cantor David Heiligman
A meaningful, hands-on way to connect with Jewish tradition—together as a community.

Parent & Advocate Program (18+)
Happening simultaneously in a separate space
Featuring:
Melissa Rosenberg, Autism Society of Maryland
This important conversation will include:

Updates on the tragic shooting of an individual with disabilities at Patuxent Commons in Columbia, MD
Guidance on what parents and advocates can do to help prevent similar situations
Insight into ongoing advocacy efforts on behalf of individuals with autism and disabilities

📌 RSVP: https://www.chabadellicottcity.com/tools/events/register_cdo/eventid/22454
Whether you’re coming to participate, learn, or connect, this program is open to all. Come experience a space where every individual is valued and included. 💡 For parents or caretakers who would like to attend the parent session, trained volunteers will be available to assist and support children or adults in the Havdalah program.
All are welcome—we look forward to sharing this special time with you.
